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SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION 3DST 112 BY: Dr LC Mthethwa  MODULE CONTENT 1.Sociological Theories in Education − Functionalism − Conflict theory − Symbolic Interactionism 2. Sociology of Education in School Practice − Ecology of the school − The role of the school i...

SOCIOLOGY OF EDUCATION 3DST 112 BY: Dr LC Mthethwa  MODULE CONTENT 1.Sociological Theories in Education − Functionalism − Conflict theory − Symbolic Interactionism 2. Sociology of Education in School Practice − Ecology of the school − The role of the school in society  MODULE CONTENT 3.Diversity in education − Culture − Race − Gender − Socialisation − Stratification − Norms and Values − Status and role 4.Citizenship education − Ancient and modern concepts of citizenship − History of South African citizenship − Future of citizenship education inSouth African schools  What do you think is the purpose of studying this module https://www.menti.com/al58jxgo5gy1  PURPOSE OF THE MODULE The purpose of the module is to expose students teachers to Education Studies. This module provides students with knowledge and understanding of the sociology of education. This will give an exposure to different societies in the South African context.  Learning Unit 1: INTRODUCTION TO SOCIOLOGICAL THEORIES IN EDUCATION At the end of the unit students are expected to: Demonstrate an understanding of the nature and importance of the Functionalism, Conflict theory and Symbolic Interactions as major theories in Sociologies of education  a) Do factors such as ethnicity, language or culture hinder or enhance collective conscience in South Africa? https://www.menti.com/al58jxgo5gy1  FUNCTIONALISM https://www.bing.com/videos/search?q=&view=det ail&mmscn=mysv&mid=0C8FDBF76A46903FB7D0 0C8FDBF76A46903FB7D0&FORM=SVIM01&idpbck =1 OR https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=chnddmC7po4  Tracing the origin of functionalism The origins of functionalism in South Africa can be traced back to early anthropological studies conducted by scholars such as Bronisław Malinowski and Alfred Radcliffe-Brown. - While their work primarily focused on African societies outside South Africa, their theoretical frameworks influenced South African scholars. - Radcliffe-Brown, in particular, emphasized the importance of social structures and their functions in maintaining societal stability, which resonated with South African academics studying local communities.  Adoption of Functionalism by South African Sociologists: - Functionalism was adopted and adapted by South African sociologists who sought to understand the dynamics of their society, particularly under the conditions of colonialism and apartheid. - Early South African sociologists like Hendrik Verwoerd, who later became a key architect of apartheid, initially engaged with functionalist ideas. - However, their interpretations often supported the status quo and justified segregationist policies. - Archie Mafege (1936-2007) came with ideology of tribalism -  Ideology of tribalism ‘ideology of tribalism’ was European in origin: colonial administrators used it in their policy of divide and rule on the African continent. Second, the ideology of tribalism was used by European social scientists not only to explain conflicts in Africa, but also to rationalise colonialism. Third, African leaders have used it for political ends. Finally, insofar as ordinary Africans came to believe in it, tribalism is false consciousness  Task to do Go and read more about teachings of Archi Mafege